How to Do the Perfect Running Cool-Down
Your body needs to return blood flow and breathing to its normal levels after a workout. Here’s the best way to do it.
By Beth ShawRunning Articles & Advice
What You Need to Know Before You Start Exercising
So you’ve made the decision to begin exercising. That’s great! These tips will help you get moving.
By Theresa Juva-Brown
How to Prevent and Respond to Runner's Knee
How runners can recover from and prevent this painful injury from recurring
By Rashelle Brown
Night Races that Light Up the Dark
Grab your reflective gear and a caving lantern. It’s time to go running in the dark.
By ACTIVE.com
6 Reasons the Hot Chocolate Run is the Sweetest Race in Town
The Hot Chocolate 15K/5K isn’t just a sweet race because of the delicious treats throughout the course. Here’s everything to know before signing up.
By Mark Bauer
The Journey from Couch to 5K: Mastering the Long Run
Our Couch to 5K runner tackled the second half of her training and went farther than she ever thought possible.
By Meredith Bland
The Life-Changing Magic of Decluttering Your Running Gear
Can ditching my smelly old running tshirts nab me a new PR?
By Jennifer Fox
What to Expect at Your First 5K
You’ve put in the miles for training; now use these tips to stave off any prerace nerves you might have before toeing the starting line.
By Mark Bauer
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